Trick or Treat…Be Safe!

October 31, 2011||inPersonal Insurance|driving safety, halloween safety, homeowners insurance, personal insurance


Wayne Texeira, Marketing Director, CFMP

Happy Halloween!! Even though Mother Nature seems to have tricked us this year with snow on the ground in October, there still will be trick or treating.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind to keep it safe for trick-or-treaters and you this Halloween:

Trick or Treat...Be Safe!
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  • Keep an eye out for kids while driving. Many children will be distracted by their costumes and candy, so drive slowly and stay alert.
  • If possible (assuming you have electricity), light your walkway for trick-or-treaters to avoid trips and falls.
  • Move jack-o-lanterns and other decorations with candles off stairs and walkways so that children’s costumes do not brush against them.
  • Carry a flashlight or reflector while trick-or-treating to ensure you are visible to all vehicles on the road.
  • Never go out alone; stay with a group of friends.
  • Always check your candy before eating it, and do not eat candy that isn’t wrapped adequately, such as homemade treats.

Also, with the storm this year, keep an eye out for dangers such as down wires and tree branches.

Have a safe and happy Halloween!!

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